Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bay Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bay Ridge Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Cutler, ME, encompassing approximately 117.9 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bay Ridge Elementary School's student population of 36 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Ridge Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#253 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Ridge Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Bay Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elm Street School-east Machias, Lubec Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Bay Ridge Elementary School?
36 students attend Bay Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bay Ridge Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Ridge Elementary School?
Bay Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bay Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Bay Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Ridge Elementary School part of?
Bay Ridge Elementary School is part of Cutler School District.
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